The Ghana national football team, the Black Stars, concluded their preparations for their crucial World Cup qualifier against Mali with a final training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday.
The team, boasting a fully fit 26-man squad for the first time in recent memory, is set to depart for Bamako, Mali, later today for the highly anticipated match. This encounter holds significant importance for new coach Otto Addo, as it marks his first competitive game at the helm of the Black Stars.
Ghana is seeking to break a string of disappointing results, having failed to secure a victory so far in 2024. Their last win came against Madagascar in the World Cup qualifiers, followed by a loss to Comoros, a winless run at the Africa Cup of Nations, another defeat to Nigeria, and a recent draw with Uganda.
Despite their recent struggles, the Black Stars remain hopeful under Addo’s leadership, aiming to qualify for the 2026 World Cup hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Currently sitting fourth in Group I, Ghana trails Comoros, Mali, and Madagascar by three points, making this match against Mali a critical one. The team will face Mali on Thursday, June 6, in what appears to be the most important game for Otto Addo, who begins his tenure as the permanent head coach of the team.
The Black Stars appear focused and determined to turn their fortunes around, and a win against Mali would be a significant step in the right direction.
With a fully fit squad and a new coach at the helm, Ghana is poised to make a strong push for World Cup qualification.
The upcoming match against Mali is highly anticipated, and fans are eagerly waiting to see if the Black Stars can secure a much-needed victory and revive their World Cup hopes.
